Charles Dickens and Music

By James T. (James Thomas) Lightwood

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Uncover the hidden symphony within a literary giant's works, where the music of an era dances through character and narrative.

Genres

Literature Music

Released

2005-08-25

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Summary

"Charles Dickens and Music" by James T. Lightwood is an exploration into the relationship between a renowned author and the melodies that shaped his world, where Lightwood shines a light on the musical dimensions of Dickens' life and work, revealing how the sounds of 19th-century England echoed through his stories, and the book uncovers Dickens' personal encounters with music, from awkward attempts at playing instruments to finding inspiration in the works of famous composers, showing how these musical influences subtly shaped the characters and themes of the novel.